The Reserve Bank of Australia welcomed the Treasurer’s appointment of Professor Bruce Preston to the Monetary Policy Board. The RBA highlighted Professor Preston’s economics and monetary policy expertise and his academic and public policy experience as supporting his contribution to the Board’s deliberations. Governor Michele Bullock also thanked Alison Watkins for her service on the Monetary Policy Board and previously on the Reserve Bank Board, noting that her term ends on 28 February.
Reserve Bank of Australia 2026-02-13
Reserve Bank of Australia welcomes Treasurer’s appointment of Professor Bruce Preston to the Monetary Policy Board
The Reserve Bank of Australia announced the appointment of Professor Bruce Preston to the Monetary Policy Board, emphasizing his expertise in economics and monetary policy. Governor Michele Bullock also expressed gratitude to Alison Watkins for her service, as her term concludes on 28 February.